Payroll coordinator

As a Payroll Administrator, you will be a key player in the financial operations of our clients, ensuring that every employee is paid accurately and on schedule. Your proficiency with Workday is a must-have for this role, as you will be responsible for navigating the system to process payroll, manage employee data, and generate reports. The ability to handle complex calculations and stay updated on ever-changing payroll legislation is critical for success. This role offers a competitive salary range of $25-$35 per hour.

Advantages
• Expertise in full-cycle payroll administration.
• Mandatory previous experience using Workday is essential.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with a proven track record of meeting strict deadlines.
• In-depth knowledge of Canadian payroll legislation, including tax regulations and employment standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to handle sensitive information and employee inquiries.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• A professional and discreet approach to handling confidential information.

Responsibilities
• Process full-cycle payroll for a high volume of employees, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Manage and process various payroll components, including salaries, wages, overtime, bonuses, and deductions.
• Maintain and update employee information in Workday, including new hires, terminations, and changes to compensation.
• Calculate and remit government remittances, such as payroll taxes and other statutory deductions.
• Prepare and verify statements of earnings, T4s, and other payroll-related documentation.
• Reconcile payroll accounts and resolve any discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Respond to employee inquiries regarding pay, benefits, and deductions with professionalism and discretion.
• Ensure strict compliance with all federal and provincial payroll laws and regulations.
• Generate and analyze payroll-related reports for management and accounting purposes.
• Collaborate with the human resources department to ensure accurate employee data.

Qualifications
• 3+ years of experience as a Payroll Administrator or in a similar role.
• Proven experience with the Workday payroll system or any other software is a must.
• A strong understanding of Canadian payroll laws and regulations.
• Payroll Compliance Practitioner (PCP) certification is considered a strong asset.
• High school diploma or equivalent; a post-secondary certificate or degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is a plus.
• Ability to pass a background check and provide professional references.

Summary
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Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

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